Indian Travellers

For Indian consumers, food safety is no longer negotiable. The survey found that 84% view safe and healthier food as the most important factor in their buying decisions.

The incident involving Navya Nair highlights a common concern facing many visitors to Australia — what can be brought in without the risk of breaching strict biosecurity laws?

We speak to tourism marketers on how international countries are marketing themselves to Indian travellers to turn social media inspiration into long-haul bookings.

Agoda reported a 68% surge in Indian searches for Japan trips between May 15 and August 15, 2025. Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto led the growth, with Osaka up 158%. Destinations like Hakone, Okinawa, Fujikawaguchiko and Nagoya also gained traction. The trend shows Indians seeking cultural, leisure and scenic escapes beyond traditional hotspots, widening Japan’s travel appeal.

Hottest travel trend revealed: 82 per cent of Indian travellers say they will choose destinations primarily for their cultural offerings in the coming year.

Gst Rate Cut: Diwali arrives early for the Indian middle class. The GST Council reduces tax slabs to 5% and 18%. Food, essentials, and durables become cheaper. Families save money on various products. Personal care items and smaller cars also see tax cuts. Health insurance becomes exempt from GST. The new rates are effective from September 22, 2025.

Booking.com reveals Indian travellers are prioritizing short domestic and international trips in H1 2025, with Dubai and Tokyo seeing significant increases in searches. Discover the trends driving travel choices this year.

Gen-Z travellers (in their early to late 20s) are increasingly choosing offbeat getaways over traditional tourist destinations. It’s no secret that a large population of Gen-Z travellers are looking for authenticity, affordability, sustainability, and adventure when it comes to travel. And rightfully so. For things unique and sometimes unknown, going offbeat is the answer. Here are five key reasons driving this trend.

This Independence Day long weekend, Indians skipped the usual road trips to the hills and staycations nearby. Instead, the new-age traveller packed their bags for international getaways.

Apple Inc: Apple is significantly increasing iPhone production in India, with plans to manufacture all upcoming iPhone 17 models, including Pro versions, in five local factories. This move aims to reduce reliance on China for US-bound shipments and mitigate tariff risks. India's iPhone exports have already surged, with the US becoming the primary destination, reflecting Apple's strategic diversification.

1. A Tale of Two Outbound Generators Historically, metros like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Chennai were the primary sources of Indian outbound tourists.

Airlines invest in premium travel experiences for growing demand in Asia Pacific, particularly from Indian customers.

Steve Dimopoulos isn’t your usual suit-and-soundbite politician. He’s half Tourism Minister, half enthusiastic traveller, and all-in on why Melbourne is quickly becoming the go-to destination for Indian tourists.
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A recent report indicates evolving travel preferences among Indian millennials and Gen Z. Millennials prioritize family trips, exceeding the Asia-Pacific average. Gen Z redefines group travel by including diverse companions. Most Indian travelers are willing to cover trip costs for loved ones. While travel spending is increasing, value and budgeting remain important. Short trips are favored over long holidays.

The Maldives is witnessing a resurgence of Indian tourists, with improved diplomatic relations and new luxury resorts near the airport.

Diverse consumer profiles — from Chennai’s gold-centric households to Bengaluru’s startup founders — create a burgeoning luxury market that global brands can’t afford to misunderstand.

India News: For the first time this millennium, excluding the Covid period, Indian visits to the US declined in June 2025, dropping 8% to 2.1 lakh. This fall alig

Market Pulse: Key Movements Across the Nation India Earns First Sovereign Credit Rating Upgrade in 18 Years S&P Global Ratings upgraded India’s long-term sovereign credit rating from 'BBB–' to 'BBB', with a stable outlook—the first upgrade since 2007. The upgrade reflects India’s robust economic gro

Discover why 82% of Indian travellers in 2025 are prioritising cultural tourism, festivals, heritage cities, and immersive experiences in India and abroad.

India is witnessing a remarkable transformation in the way its people travel. Once dominated by elaborate, once-a-year holidays planned months in advance, the country’s tourism culture has shifted toward short, frequent escapes built around long weekends.

Malls Vs Online Retail: Explore how India's malls are transforming into experience-driven destinations to compete with e-commerce and quick commerce, focusing on entertainment, technology, and customer engagement.

India is widely regarded as one of the world’s most exciting travel destinations, rich in cultural and natural treasures. Would you travel there?

As the Indian outbound tourism market continues to grow for Tourism Australia, the NTO is devising its strategies to sustain and build on the momentum. Moving forward, Tourism Australia will prioritise high-yield travellers as well as the leisure and business events segments in India.